July 4th 2024.
Today marks the official election day in London, and with it comes the responsibility for millions of us to exercise our right to vote. While some have opted for the convenience of postal voting, not all of them have been able to receive their ballots on time. As we prepare to head to the polls, it's worth considering whether we should bring an umbrella with us. Let's take a look at the weather forecast for today.
According to the Met Office, the UK is in for a mixed bag of weather. The north may experience some rain, while the south is expected to have a sunny day. London, in particular, can expect dry and bright weather with occasional patches of clouds and strengthening winds in the afternoon. However, there is a chance of rain arriving from the west later in the evening, with temperatures reaching a high of 22°C. This comes after a few wet days in the city, including the start of the Wimbledon tennis championship, where attendees had to endure the rain while waiting in line for tickets.
Interestingly, the weather was much more favorable for the Hartlepool by-election that took place on May 6, 2021. On that day, people were spotted queuing for Wimbledon while wearing jumpers and hoodies, and at the 185th Henley Royal Regatta, umbrellas were up as the rain started to fall. The last time the nation went to the polls was in December 2019, and it was a rainy day as well.
According to forecaster Greg Dewhurst, temperatures are expected to be average for this time of year, and there are no weather warnings in place for any part of the country. The latest news from London includes a scandal involving a prison officer who was allegedly caught having sex with an inmate, and horses from the military bolting through the city after throwing off their riders. In another incident, an attacker ripped off headscarves from Muslim women walking through London.
Heading back to the weather, Mr. Dewhurst predicts mostly dry and sunny conditions for areas south of Liverpool, with temperatures in the high teens and early 20s. However, the far south-west corner of the UK could see some showers towards the end of the day in places like Cornwall, Devon, and South West Wales. In Cardiff, temperatures are expected to be around 18°C with sunny spells.
While occasional showers are likely in the northern half of the UK, they may not be widespread, and not everyone will experience them. In Liverpool, temperatures will reach a high of 17°C, with a mix of sunshine and showers. Edinburgh and Manchester can also expect some sunny spells and showers, with temperatures hovering around 18°C.
Interestingly, records show that turnout for elections is not significantly affected by weather conditions. Despite the 2019 general election being the wettest in history, turnout was higher than in 2001 and 2005, which took place in June and May, respectively. So, it seems like the weather won't be a major factor in today's democratic process.
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